What is the cheapest way to get from Goleta to El Monte?

The cheapest way to get from Goleta to El Monte is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Goleta to El Monte?

The fastest way to get from Goleta to El Monte is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Goleta and El Monte?

No, there is no direct bus from Goleta to El Monte. However, there are services departing from Hollister & Nectarine and arriving at Santa Anita / Ramona via Isla Vista and Alameda / Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Goleta to El Monte?

The distance between Goleta and El Monte is 123 miles. The road distance is 120 miles.

How do I travel from Goleta to El Monte without a car?

The best way to get from Goleta to El Monte without a car is to bus and line 76 bus which takes 4h 21m and costs $27 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Goleta to El Monte?

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Goleta to El Monte, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Goleta to El Monte bus from?

Goleta to El Monte bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Isla Vista station.

Where does the Goleta to El Monte bus arrive?

Goleta to El Monte bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals.

Can I drive from Goleta to El Monte?

Yes, the driving distance between Goleta to El Monte is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Goleta to El Monte.

Where can I stay near El Monte?

There are 1082+ hotels available in El Monte.

Goleta to El Monte - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 76 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Goleta to El Monte by bus (Flixbus), train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, line 76 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Isla Vista to Los Angeles Union Station ArrivalsFlixBus 2005
2. Take the bus from Alameda / Los Angeles to Santa Anita / Ramona76
4h 21m
$28–56
Drive 119.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Goleta to El Monte119.3 mi
2h 5m
$22–32
Train, line 76 bus
1. Take the train from Goleta Amtrak to Los AngelesPacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Alameda / Los Angeles to Santa Anita / Ramona76
4h 22m
$30–35
Bus, line 70 bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Airport to Los Angeles Airport, CA
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Union Station FlyAway - 800 N Alameda St at Union Station / Patsaurus Plaza
3. Take the bus from Cesar Chavez Transit Pavilion to Santa Anita / Mildred70
5h 5m
$82–95

Goleta to El Monte by bus

4Weekly Buses

4h 21mAverage Duration

$28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 122.5 mi
Duration: 4h 21m

What companies run services between Goleta, CA, USA and El Monte, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Hollister & Nectarine to Santa Anita / Ramona via Isla Vista, Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals, and Alameda / Los Angeles in around 4h 21m.

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